1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 126 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
