1970 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4.
Because 1970 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1970 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1970 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Morgan 4 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Morgan | Fiat |
Model | 4 | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |