2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Saab MC (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 17 kg more than 1965 Saab MC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab MC (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Saab MC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Palio | MC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
