2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, both vehicles can yield 102 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
