1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 623 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 261 kg more than 1963 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 832 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1963 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Viper | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 825 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 |
