2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Capri weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1977 Ford Capri 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 1977 Ford Capri. 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
