2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Palio weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Palio (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Palio | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 825 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 |