1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1969 Mini Clubman is newer by 20 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | Clubman | Six |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |
