1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 75 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 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 1981 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Seicento | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 660 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 |