2004 Honda Element vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 686 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, 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 Element (218 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Element | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 81 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |