2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. 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, 1979 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | DL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
