1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1974 Fiat 126 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morgan 4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 126 | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 126 | 4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |