1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 488 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Spirit | Minor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
