2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
Because 1988 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 1988 Morgan 4. 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Punto | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
