2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1949 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti FX | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Infiniti | Morris |
Model | FX | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 790 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 |