1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont 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. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Palio | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
