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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 195 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
