1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 33 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Shuttle | Minor |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |