1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
