1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 742 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.
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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Viper | Minor |
Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |