1959 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 921 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |