2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 1986 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
