1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Fiat Palio

To start off, both 1999 Dodge Viper and 1999 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 93 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.

Because 1999 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (705 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (129 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Dodge Viper 1999 Fiat Palio
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Viper Palio
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 69 HP
Torque 705 Nm 129 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1057 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2610 mm


 

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