2005 Honda Civic vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 415 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
