1953 Morris Six vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 53 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1175 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 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Six | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 96 L |
