1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1955 Morgan 4

To start off, both 1955 Fiat 1400 and 1955 Morgan 4 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. 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:

1955 Fiat 1400 1955 Morgan 4
Make Fiat Morgan
Model 1400 4
Year Released 1955 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 1172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 650 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


 

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