2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 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 1978 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 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
