2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
