1953 Morris Six vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 48 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, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 90 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 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, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Six | Tango |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
