2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 901 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Charger | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
