1996 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
