1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 7 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.
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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Morris Six | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Six |
Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |