1956 BMW 501 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 501 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 BMW 501 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 1956 BMW 501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1956 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 501 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 501 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3166 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
