1951 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 58 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 656 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, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Minor | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Altima |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |