2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 271 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.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
