2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Morris Isis 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 1957 Morris Isis. 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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Palio | Isis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
