1995 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 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 (184 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
