1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 33 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 594 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 229 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Sidewinder | Minor |
Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |