1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 454 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Spirit | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 1254 kg | 800 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 |
