2006 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
