1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 2007 Pontiac Solstice 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 2007 Pontiac Solstice. 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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Palio | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
