2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 510 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Palio | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palio | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |