2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 920 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Ram | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
