2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Sprinter | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2190 mm |
