1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Taunus 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 1977 Ford Taunus. 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 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
