2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 532 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Caravan | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
