2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 905 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
