2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Granada 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1980 Ford Granada | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Granada |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |