2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1947 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1947 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | Palio | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
