1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1965 Morgan 4
To start off, 1965 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan 4 (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1965 Morgan 4.
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:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1965 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 1100 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
