2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 463 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend, 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, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Marea Weekend | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |