2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 54 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six.
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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
