1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 525 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 750 | Palio |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |