1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 36 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Cavalier | Palio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
