1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Comodoro | Palio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
