1960 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1491 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Morris Minor 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Morris Nissan
Model Minor Pathfinder
Year Released 1960 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 36 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 792 kg 2283 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4884 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1847 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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