1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 37 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 740 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Shuttle | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Shuttle | Minor |
Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |