1967 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morris Minor. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Minor | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Morris | Fiat |
| Model | Minor | Panda |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
