1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan 4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Abarth | Morgan |
Model | 750 | 4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 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 | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |