1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 283 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Palio | Europa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
