2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Punto | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |