2000 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Palio (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Palio | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | 1200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 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 | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |