1995 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 608 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |