1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 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 41 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Palio | 990 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2050 mm |
