1953 Morris Six vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 55 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1185 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 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Six | Quest |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
