1962 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 40 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1052 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
