1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 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 41 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 124 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 1975 Fiat 124. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 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 | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
