1954 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Nissan Skyline is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 713 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
