1972 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW 520 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 1972 BMW 520. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
