1959 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 36 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 835 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 1995 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |