1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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 45 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan 4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
