1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 325 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |