1984 Honda Accord vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1984 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Honda Accord (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
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 |