2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 368 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Ridgeline | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
