1950 Morris Six vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 201 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Six | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Six | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
