1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 430 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 2001 Ford Mustang 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 2001 Ford Mustang. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
