1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | Palio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
