1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Palio | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2737 mm |
