1999 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. 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 (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
