2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
