1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 131 | 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |