1994 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |