1953 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 59 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 947 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2779 mm |
