1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 Dodge Omni is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Omni weights approximately 210 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Omni | Minor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 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 |
