1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
