2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Lancia Flavia 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 1965 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1965 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Flavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |