1988 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 219 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Morgan 4 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Morgan | Fiat |
| Model | 4 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
