1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Palio | Jetta |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 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 | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |