2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 770 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Croma | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
