1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1965 Morgan 4
To start off, 1965 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1965 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 1300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
