1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Conquest | Palio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
