1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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 Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 130 | Aero |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |