2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
Because 1959 MG MGA 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 1959 MG MGA. 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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Palio | MGA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
