1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 128 | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
