2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Morgan 4. 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, 1997 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
