2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1240 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 Odyssey, 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 Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Odyssey | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2190 mm |
