2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Palio | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |