1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Festiva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2300 mm |