1966 Morris 1800 vs. 1967 Nissan President
To start off, 1967 Nissan President is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan President weights approximately 405 kg more than 1966 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Nissan President 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 1967 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris 1800, 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, 1967 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris 1800. (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris 1800 | 1967 Nissan President | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | President |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
