1948 Morris Six vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 31 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 94 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Six | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Six | Omega |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
