1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 434 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Prelude | Minor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
