1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1965 AC Cobra 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 1965 AC Cobra. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Fiat | AC |
| Model | Palio | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
