1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Fiat 500
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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 500. 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 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 22 L |