2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 265 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
