2001 Audi A2 vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 52 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 1949 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A2 | Six |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
