1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 692 kg more than 1955 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Viper | Minor |
Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 22 L |