2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1953 Skoda 1200 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 1953 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Palio | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2690 mm |
