2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Flavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |