1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 38 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 290 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 124 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.7 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 | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
