1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1990 Morgan 4

To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Fiat 130 1990 Morgan 4
Make Fiat Morgan
Model 130 4
Year Released 1975 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3235 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 249 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 50 L


 

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