1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 224 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, 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, 1948 Morris Six (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Beta | Six |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
