1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
