1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |