1949 Morris Six vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 27 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Six | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Morris | Holden |
| Model | Six | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
