2005 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 611 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 54 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |