2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 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 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 190 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, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Strada | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
