1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 128 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
