2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 57 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 229 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
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, 2005 Fiat Punto, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Punto | Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
