1959 Morris Minor vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1986 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1986 Nissan Pulsar (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2420 mm |