1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. 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 Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 127 | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 127 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1047 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |