1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Seat 600 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 1964 Seat 600. 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
