1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 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, 1970 Ford Zephyr (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2930 mm |
