1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Marea | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
