2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 530 kg more than 1953 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Dakota | Six |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
