1948 Morris Six vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 54 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 86 kg more than 1948 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercury Cougar, 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six. 2002 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Six has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Six | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Morris | Mercury |
| Model | Six | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
