1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1995 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1995 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
