2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Ram | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2190 mm |
