1999 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Six weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1952 Morris Six 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 1952 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1952 Morris Six | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Six |
Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 134 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |