1959 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 624 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, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |