2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1969 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Jazz | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 800 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |