1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 131 | 4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |