1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
