1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 815 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Palio | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1996 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3060 mm |