1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | 626 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
