2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 245 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
