1948 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 55 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 975 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Pickup |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2960 mm |