1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1187 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
