2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Because 2006 Morgan 44 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 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Palio | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
