2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (83 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Marina. 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, 1971 Morris Marina (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Marina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
