1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 9 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 2005 Proton Juara 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 2005 Proton Juara. 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Fiat | Proton |
Model | Palio | Juara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |