2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Ford Orion
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Orion (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Palio weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Ford Orion.
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, 1982 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 1982 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Orion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
