1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 124 | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |