1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 251 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.
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 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Palio |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 54.8 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |