2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 98 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1951 Morgan Plus 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 1951 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Panda | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |