1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 234 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 Mazda Tribute 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 2006 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
