1953 Morris Six vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 57 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 698 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Morris | Kia |
| Model | Six | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
