2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio II | Festiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |