2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1999 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
