1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan 4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 127, 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 127 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
