1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 206 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Jeep | Morris |
| Model | Cherokee | Six |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
