2003 Honda Fit vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, 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, 2003 Honda Fit (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Fit | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |