1958 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 52 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 947 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | GT-R |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2779 mm |