1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1953 Morris Six
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1953 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1953 Morris Six | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Mangusta | Six |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |