1958 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Nissan HyperMini
To start off, 2001 Nissan HyperMini is newer by 43 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 2,988 cc, 2001 Nissan HyperMini is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan HyperMini weights approximately 460 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor.
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, 2001 Nissan HyperMini (130 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan HyperMini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2001 Nissan HyperMini | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | HyperMini |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
