2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 704 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Torino |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |
