1986 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
