2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Plus 8 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 2005 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Plus 8 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Morgan | Fiat |
| Model | Plus 8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
