1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
