2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 401 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
