1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 450 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.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
