1953 Morris Six vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 58 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 328 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 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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Six | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
