1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 245 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 605 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
