1965 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 43 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 772 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
