1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 342 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 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 |
