2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1958 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Infiniti | Morris |
| Model | FX | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
