2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1953 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 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 Weight | 1095 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
