1953 Morris Six vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1956 Morris Cowley is newer by 3 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 166 kg more than 1956 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Morris | Morris |
| Model | Six | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
