2009 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 368 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
