1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Minor weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Jazz, 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, 1985 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Jazz | Minor |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2190 mm |