2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 225 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Palio | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
