1987 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
