1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 11 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
