1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 1500 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
