1964 Morris Minor vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 38 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 470 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, 2002 Nissan Primera, 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Primera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
