1964 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan 4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1964 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Morgan |
| Model | 1300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
