1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan 4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Abarth | Morgan |
Model | 1300 | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |