1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 2 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. Both 1996 Fiat Palio and 1998 Fiat Multipla are equipped with a 1,581 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1998 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
