1949 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 495 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 X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2540 mm |
