1965 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 45 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 894 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 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Morris | Infiniti |
| Model | Minor | M |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
