1959 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 48 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 765 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
