1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 275 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Morgan | Fiat |
| Model | Plus 4 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
