1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 124 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |