2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Palio (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 485 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Steyr 700C 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 1961 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Palio | 700C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1950 mm |
