1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 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 1959 Abarth 600. 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 (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
