1949 Morris Six vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 63 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 126 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Six | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Six | Golf |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
