1990 BMW 316 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Because 1990 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
