1946 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Fiat 500 | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 500 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 567 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |