1956 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 53 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Titan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
