1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 958 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Palio | Charger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
