1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Morgan 4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Uno | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 825 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 |