2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 6 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
