2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,338 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 248 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Jazz | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 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 | 5250 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 | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 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 |