1950 Morris Six vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Six weights approximately 304 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Six | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Morris | Opel |
| Model | Six | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
