2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Morris 1800 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Morris 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
