2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 456 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Five Hundred | Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
