2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 824 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Pilot | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 22 L |