1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Palio | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |