1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 350 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 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
