1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1965 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 1965 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1965 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1965 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
