2006 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 762 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 22 L |