1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4.
Because 1973 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 1973 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Tempra | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
