1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 664 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 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
