1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1963 Morris Minor | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Dart | Minor |
Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |