1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 266 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, 1993 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Palio | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |