1990 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 236 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
