1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1967 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 222 kg more than 1967 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1967 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
