2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Because 2005 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 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 4 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Morgan | Fiat |
Model | 4 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |