2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
