1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Ford Granada
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 Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 180 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 Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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 Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
