1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 1974 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 1300 | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
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 |