1959 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 52 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Morris | Infiniti |
| Model | Minor | FX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2885 mm |
