2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Patriot | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
