2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1580 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Palio | LM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
