1988 Honda Legend vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 513 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Legend | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |
