1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 960 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Buick Roadmaster 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 1995 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Roadmaster | Palio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
