1973 Fiat 127 vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 26 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 1,994 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 93 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 215 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 1999 Morgan Plus 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 1999 Morgan Plus 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 127 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
