1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 695 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
