1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 48 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palio | Vento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| 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 | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
