1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 127 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 127 | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
