1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 635 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Dart | Minor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |