2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. Both 2005 Fiat Palio and 1962 Triumph Vitesse are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 29 L |
