1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Pony |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |