1982 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord, 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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Accord | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |