1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1987 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1987 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Morgan Plus 4 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1987 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Morgan |
| Model | 700 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
