1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 125 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Palio | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
