2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 183 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan Plus 4 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 1956 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Palio | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |