2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX4 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Infiniti | Morris |
| Model | QX4 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2190 mm |
