1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1983 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Escort |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |