2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Palio II | 4-68 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |