1999 Honda Z vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Honda Z 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 132 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 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1960 Morris Minor (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Z | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
