1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 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, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 1500 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |