2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 530 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 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Avalanche | Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
