1948 Morris Six vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 60 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) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1948 Morris Six (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Six | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Six | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
