1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 66 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
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, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Six |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
