2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 335 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |
