1958 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 44 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 506 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.
Because 1958 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Altima |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2810 mm |
