2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1968 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio II | 17 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |