2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 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 (328 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Odyssey | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
