2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 57 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 565 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.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Grandis | Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
