1950 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Minor | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Titan |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 4060 mm |