1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Marea | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |