1952 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan 4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1952 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:
1952 Fiat 500 | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 500 | 4 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |