1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 108 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
