1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1949 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:
1949 Fiat 500 | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 500 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |