1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 9 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Bantam |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |