1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulia | Palio |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |