1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Morgan 4 (85 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 124 | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 124 | 4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |