1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 715 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 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 1999 Opel Omega 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. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
