1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1952 Morris Six | |
Make | Mazda | Morris |
Model | 929 | Six |
Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |