1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, 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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Datsun | Morris |
| Model | 100A Cherry | Minor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2190 mm |
