1962 Morris Minor vs. 1992 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1992 Nissan Presea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Presea weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Presea, 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, 1992 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 1992 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Presea |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
