1949 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sentra is newer by 48 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 176 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.
Because 1949 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 1997 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
