1978 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho is newer by 29 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, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 86 kg more than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho.
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, 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Morris |
| Model | Rancho | Six |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
