2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 563 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Six 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 1949 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 1949 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Palio II | Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
