1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1997 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
