1949 Morris Minor vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 295 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2620 mm |
