1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 805 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle, 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 Shuttle (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Shuttle | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |