1956 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL

To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 57 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 827 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Morris Minor 2013 Infiniti IPL
Make Morris Infiniti
Model Minor IPL
Year Released 1956 2013
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 803 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 30 HP 343 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 825 kg 1652 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1823 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1406 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2850 mm


 

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