2004 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 364 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, 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 (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
