1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera 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 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | Palio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 48 L |
