1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 440 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Morris Minor 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1951 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Palio | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |