2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda 1000 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 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 Mazda 1000. 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, 1968 Mazda 1000 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
