1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Morgan | Fiat |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Strada |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2718 mm |