1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 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.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
