2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio II | 127 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2230 mm |
