2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Punto | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
