1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 553 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palio | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
