1953 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Morris | Dodge |
| Model | Minor | Ram |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3560 mm |
