1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 99. 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 99 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
