1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
