2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Festiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2300 mm |