1959 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 662 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, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Altima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
