1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 341 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Palio | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |