1961 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1998 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
