1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1989 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |