1966 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Morris Minor | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Patrol |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 135 L |