1953 Morris Minor vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 25 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
