1958 Morris Minor vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cedric is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 530 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
