1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Omni (75 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Dodge Omni.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Omni | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Omni | Palio |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |