1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 262 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Ram | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2190 mm |
