2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 2003 Morgan 4.
Because 2003 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 2003 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Panda | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
