2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio.
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, 1983 Ford Escort (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 1983 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Escort |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |