2001 Honda Accord vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 485 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |