1982 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Minor weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
