1948 Morris Six vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1966 Simca 1300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 234 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1948 Morris Six (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Six | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Six | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
