1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Morgan |
| Model | 1600 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
