1956 Morris Minor vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 22 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry, 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2400 mm |
