1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Contour weights approximately 102 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, 1995 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1995 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Contour |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
