2002 Honda Accord vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 675 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |