1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Palio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
