2007 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 435 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |
