2002 Infiniti FX vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1962 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti FX | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Infiniti | Morris |
Model | FX | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |