2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 1958 Ford Prefect. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Prefect |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |