1958 BMW 503 vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 503 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 1958 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 503 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |
