1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 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.
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, 1993 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
