1958 Morris Minor vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 25 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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
