1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 296 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | 2100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2052 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
