1968 Morris Minor vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 51 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Minor | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2400 mm |
