2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
