2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 943 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Panda | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |