2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
