1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XJ6 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
