1955 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1955 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Morris | Dodge |
Model | Minor | Nitro |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 74 L |