1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 23 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 415 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1949 Morris Six | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Monte Carlo | Six |
Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |