2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1253 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 Jazz, 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 Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Jazz | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |