2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
