1953 Morris Six vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Six | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
