2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |