1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 1400 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |