1955 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 54 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 617 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 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Armada |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 106 L |