1980 Fiat Panda vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1980 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Panda | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |
