1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Palio | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |