1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1961 Morris Minor

To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Odyssey 1961 Morris Minor
Make Honda Morris
Model Odyssey Minor
Year Released 1999 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2190 mm