1959 Austin A 35 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 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 35 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 47 L |
