1948 Morris Six vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 64 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2012 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six. 2012 Toyota Yaris 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. 2012 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Six | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Six | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
