2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 32 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Morris Minor 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
