2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 321 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Palio | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |
