1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
