1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Ballade weights approximately 11 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, 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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Ballade | Minor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 27 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2190 mm |
