1953 Morris Six vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 275 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Six | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
