1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 130 | 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |