1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
