2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 976 kg more than 1950 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1950 Morris Six | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Express | Six |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |