1978 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4.
Because 1978 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Morgan 4 | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Morgan | Fiat |
Model | 4 | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |