1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Morgan 4 weights approximately 120 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 128 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
