2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort 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 5 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1987 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
