1958 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 479 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
