2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 113 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Palio | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |