1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 663 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
