1955 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 55 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 506 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cube |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
