1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 136 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Vivace | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |