1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Palio | Horizon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |