1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1999 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 350 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Morris Six 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 1952 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Intrepid | Six |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
