1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 35 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 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo.
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, 1984 Ford Tempo, 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Tempo | 1949 Morris Six | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Tempo | Six |
Year Released | 1984 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |