1953 Morris Six vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 15 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) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Six | 411 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
