2009 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 54 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 367 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 22 L |