1955 Fiat V8 vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Fiat V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat V8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 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:
| 1955 Fiat V8 | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | V8 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
