2006 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 573 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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |