1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 16 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 177 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2012 Honda Fit 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. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |