1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 422 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.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
