2002 Honda Capa vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 49 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 290 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, 2002 Honda Capa, 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 Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Capa | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
