2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | 850 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
