1953 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 43 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 339 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.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Primera |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |