2009 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1971 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Accord | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |