1948 Morris Six vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 62 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, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Six | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Six | Civic |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |