1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
