2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 960 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Caravan | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
