1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 210 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Omni | Minor |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
