1957 Morris Minor vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 15 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 97 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
