2001 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti QX4 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Infiniti | Morris |
| Model | QX4 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
