1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Fiat Palio

To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 222 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 1999 Fiat Palio
Make Austin-Healey Fiat
Model Sports Convertible Palio
Year Released 1953 1999
Engine Size 2993 cc 1580 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2430 mm