2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 54 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Six weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Barchetta | Six |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
