1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 6 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2970 mm |
