1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 565 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 Mercury Villager, 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 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Villager | Six |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
