1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 570 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 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 1964 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
