1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
