1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 1986 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Morgan 4 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 1400 | 4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |