1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 1997 Honda S-MX 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. 1997 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | S-MX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |