1949 Morris Six vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1967 Triumph TR5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Six | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
Make | Morris | Triumph |
Model | Six | TR5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |