1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 27 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Centura | Six |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
