2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morris 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | S-MX | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
