1953 Morris Six vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Six | Forester |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
