1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
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, 1984 Lancia Delta, 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, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Six |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
