2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 223 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 Jazz, 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 Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Jazz | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |