1985 Fiat Regata vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 26 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 270 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, 1985 Fiat Regata, 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, 1985 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Regata | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Regata | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
