2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
