1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 1979 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 128 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Morgan 4.
Because 1979 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 1979 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128, 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, 1979 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 128 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
