1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 124 | 44 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |