1998 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 477 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, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |