1952 Morris Minor vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Minor | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2980 mm |
