1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
