2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
Because 1963 Porsche 356 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 1963 Porsche 356. 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, 1963 Porsche 356 (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | 356 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
