1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 725 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Palio | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
