1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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 Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Seicento | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |