1953 Morris Six vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 52 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1000 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, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Morris | Kia |
| Model | Six | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
