1948 Morris Minor vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 500 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
