2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1964 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia 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 31 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 148 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 1964 Ford Anglia. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1964 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
