2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 28 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 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Ridgeline | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
