1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Morgan 4.
Because 1971 Morgan 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 1971 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1971 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 1971 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Punto | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
