2006 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 275 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |