1949 Morris Six vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 36 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, 1985 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace, 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, 1985 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Six | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Six | Espace |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
