2004 GMC Safari vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 51 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 573 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.
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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1953 Morris Six | |
Make | GMC | Morris |
Model | Safari | Six |
Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |