2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 175 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
