1963 Fiat Berline vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 1979 Morgan 4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Berline weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Fiat Berline (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Berline | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Berline | 4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |