1953 Morris Minor vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Cherry |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |