1953 Morris Six vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 45 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, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 210 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, 1998 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 1998 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Six | Omega |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
