1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma 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 (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 125 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, 1999 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Shuma |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |