1959 BMW 503 vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 BMW 503. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 503 | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 503 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
