1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 248 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda, 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, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Morgan | Fiat |
| Model | 4 Plus 2100 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
