1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 140 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 1986 Ford Falcon 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 1986 Ford Falcon. 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, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
