1969 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Morris Minor 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Morris Minor | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Sunny |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |