2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Ram | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2190 mm |
