1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, 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, 1981 Fiat 127 (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 127 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
