2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Dakota | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2190 mm |