1953 Morris Six vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 54 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 76 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 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Six | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
