2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Palio | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 825 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |