1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 48 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 780 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 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1950 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Intrepid | Minor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
