1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 1960 Peugeot 404 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 1960 Peugeot 404. 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, 1960 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Palio | 404 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |