1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum 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.
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 Opel Signum (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Signum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
