2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 15 kg more than 1990 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |