1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 Jaguar MK II. 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 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Palio | MK II |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |