2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 28 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Morris Marina 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 1975 Morris Marina. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Palio | Marina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
