1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 3 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
