1959 BMW 700 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 700 | Palio |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2380 mm |