1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 260 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Palio | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
