2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
