2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris 1800 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Neon | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
