2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 Aerostar. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
