1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 2100 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 2100 | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |