2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Seat 1430 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 1970 Seat 1430. 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, 1970 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | 1430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |