2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Skoda Felicia 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 1963 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Palio (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
