1957 Morris Minor vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1959 Nissan 211 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Minor (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 66 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | 211 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2230 mm |
