2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Dakota | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2190 mm |
