2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 98 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Panda | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |