1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Morgan Plus 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Marea | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |