2009 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 671 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 790 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 |