2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
