2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 188 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Triumph Roadster 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 1948 Triumph Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
