2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1983 Pontiac 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 1983 Pontiac 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, 1983 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Palio | 1000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |