2004 Honda City vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda City weights approximately 150 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda City, 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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | City | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |