1952 Morris Six vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1972 Volvo 145 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 145 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Six | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Six | 145 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1778 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
