2002 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 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 (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 715 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |