1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | Palio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |
