The Barracuda benefits from engine continuity

Would the Fairey Barracuda retain its historical design problems?

Some problems would remain, but repeated engine changes caused much of the historical disruption and are less likely before a delayed war.

Changing an aircraft's engine alters weight, shape, structural loads, and the surrounding airframe. The Barracuda suffered repeated disruption as different engines were imposed on the design. A longer peace lets Fairey work with a more stable requirement and divides less attention across wartime production demands. Faults may remain, though a more stable development should leave them less severe than the historical set.