2000 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
