1967 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Minor | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Morris | Dodge |
| Model | Minor | Ram |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2790 mm |
