1955 Morris Minor vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 533 kg more than 1955 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, 1971 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
