1955 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 56 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1545 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Morris | Dodge |
| Model | Minor | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 98 L |
