1952 Morris Six vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 58 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Six weights approximately 133 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Six | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Morris | Hyundai |
| Model | Six | Accent |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
