1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 3 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |