2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Sprinter | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2190 mm |
