2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4.
Because 1986 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 1986 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, 1986 Morgan 4 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
