1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 132 | 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |