1996 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Cirrus 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 459 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 Chrysler Cirrus (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Cirrus | Palio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
