1949 Morris Six vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 58 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 343 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Six | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Six | Touran |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
