1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1952 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1953 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 500 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
