1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 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 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Punto | 44 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
