2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1969 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1969 Zastava 1500 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 1969 Zastava 1500. 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 (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1969 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Palio | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
