2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 515 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morgan 4 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 1955 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Grande Punto | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
