1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 420 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Viper | Minor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 22 L |
