2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1997 Morgan Plus 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 1997 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Albea | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |