1964 Morris Minor vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 25 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, 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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2400 mm |
