2009 Honda Fit vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 56 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 241 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.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Fit | Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
