1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Summit | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Eagle | Fiat |
Model | Summit | Palio |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |