2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Caravan | Minor |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |