1953 Morris Six vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 51 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 65 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 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Six | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
