1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
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 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 124 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
