1951 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 735 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera, 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, 2006 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Almera |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2540 mm |
