1975 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Minor weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic.
Because 1965 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Minor |
Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |