1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori
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 Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 Mirafiori. 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 (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
