1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (216 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Falcon 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 1993 Ford Falcon. 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Falcon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |