1956 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 41 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 800 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 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
