1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Palio 2008 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Palio Accord
Year Released 1996 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 994 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 60 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 54.8 mm 97.1 mm
Top Speed 152 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.3 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3740 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 65 L


 

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