1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, both 1987 Fiat Regata and 1987 Morgan 4 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Regata weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4.
Because 1987 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 1987 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat Regata | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Regata | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |