2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Fiat | Trabant |
| Model | Palio | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2030 mm |
