1953 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 52 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1306 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 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2131 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2960 mm |
