1956 Morris Minor vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 27 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 280 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
