1977 Morgan 4 vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1977 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 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, 1977 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 560 kg more than 1977 Morgan 4.
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, 1977 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Morgan 4 | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Morgan | Morris |
| Model | 4 | Six |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
