1983 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 131 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | 131 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
