1999 Honda Accord vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 582 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, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 66 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |