2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra 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 1990 Ford Sierra. 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |