1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 260 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | Premacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |