2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 640 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1960 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | CR-V | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |