1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 460 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Verada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
