2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 58 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Six weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Equinox | Six |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
