1956 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 43 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 273 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |