2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morris Six weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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, 2008 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, 1950 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 1950 Morris Six | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Punto | Six |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |