1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
