2000 Ford Focus vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Ford Focus, 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 1949 Morris Six | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Focus | Six |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |