1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Duna | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |