1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 7 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 3 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Barina weights approximately 85 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina. 2003 Holden Barina 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. 2003 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2003 Holden Barina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Palio | Barina |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |