2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Flavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |