1949 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 52 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 1045 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | MM |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1530 mm |
