1955 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Presea is newer by 41 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Presea weights approximately 268 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea, 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 Presea (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 1996 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Presea |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2590 mm |