2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 8 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1971 Morris Marina (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Panda | Marina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
