2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2002 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Morgan 4 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Morgan | Fiat |
Model | 4 | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |