2006 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 275 kg more than 1966 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 1966 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
