2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio | 1400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |