2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Palio II | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
