2001 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 485 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 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 (264 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
