1953 Morris Six vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 42 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1953 Morris Six. 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Six | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Six | MR2 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |