1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 42 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 730 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Caprice | Six |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
