2004 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 496 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1952 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |