1965 Morris Minor vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 495 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
