1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 440 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.
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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-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. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Palio | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
