1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Pantera | Palio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
