1956 Morris Minor vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cedric is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 495 kg more than 1956 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, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
