2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1974 Seat 131 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 1974 Seat 131. 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, 1974 Seat 131 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
