2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Palio | Pony |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |