2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Stilo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
