1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Avanti Avanti 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 1977 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | Palio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
