1948 Morris Six vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 57 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 361 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Six | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Morris | Xedos |
| Model | Six | 9 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
