2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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 FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | FR-V | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
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 | 138 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |