1957 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Morgan | Fiat |
Model | Plus 4 | Panda |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |