2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
