2006 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 283 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 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Civic | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
