1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 124 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
