1950 Morris Six vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 62 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 460 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Six | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Six | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |