2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 327 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4.
Because 1987 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 1987 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1987 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Stilo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
