1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 448 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. 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 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1963 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Consul |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 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 | 1230 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
