1953 Morris Six vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 29 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 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 435 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, 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, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Six | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2330 mm |
