2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Dakota | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2190 mm |
