1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 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 14 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
Because 1972 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 1972 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Uno | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
