1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1993 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 680 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Intrepid | Minor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
