1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 154 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |