1952 Morris Six vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 44 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 280 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Six | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Six | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
