2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Because 1978 Ford Escort 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Palio (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 1978 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
