1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte 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 31 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Consorte | Palio |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |