1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 15 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 60 kg more 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
