2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 657 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V, 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | FR-V | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
