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


 

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