1975 Fiat 133 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 133 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | 133 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |